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New Mexico Center for Pain & Wellness

Medical Assistant

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What they do

A Medical Assistant assists physicians and other medical specialists with routine administrative or clinical tasks. Organizes patient records, schedules appointments, and prepares medical equipment. May specialize in administrative or clinical work, or specialize in a particular area of medicine, i.e. assisting in the office of an ophthalmologist (eye specialist). Works in medical offices.

$41,386 / year median in New Mexico

+11% projected growth

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Job Description

About us We are a professional, customer-centric, and collaborative practice with a goal to improve the health and quality of life of those we serve and a commitment to excellence in all that we do. Our vision is to set the industry standard for pain management.
Our work environment includes:
Modern office setting Growth opportunities Flexible working hours Safe work environment Lively atmosphere The New Mexico Center for Pain & Wellness is currently seeking a Medical Assistant to support medical providers by performing patient care duties to facilitate efficient, high quality care, and ensure a positive experience for our patients.
Responsibilities:
  • Coordinate patient care
  • Schedule appointments for patients and create daily schedules for NPs/Pas/MDs
  • Sort through incoming clinical documents
  • Request medical records from external providers as required by the provider
  • Be an assistant to
NP/PA/MD
  • Ensure an efficient patient flow; room patients in a timely manner, collect vitals and other health history information, complete required screenings and medication reviews, and administer urine toxicology.
  • Enter information in EHR.
  • Provide clean and comfortable environment for patients.
  • Build caring, trusting relationships with patients to decrease patient anxiety.
  • Maintains inventory of medical supplies and ensures that exam rooms are adequately stocked
  • As required, conduct routine quality control checks including infection control measures, equipment maintenance, and checks for expired supplies
  • Notify patients of their test results when needed or instructed by the physician to do so
  • Answer phones and manage correspondence regarding pharmacy, lab, referrals, or any other pertinent questions from physicians, pharmacies and patients.
  • Other duties as assigned
Supervisory Responsibilities:
No direct reports.
Required Qualifications:
    License/Certification:
    High school diploma or equivalent. Graduate of an accredited medical assistant program Hold a valid MA certification
      Skills and Abilities:
      Demonstrated competency dealing with adults, and geriatric patients. Flexible and able to readily adapt to unexpected changes. Exhibits behavior that is courteous, compassionate, empathetic, friendly, polite, and respectful towards patients, patients' family, nurses, physicians, and co-workers and extends self to make patients, and other members of the healthcare team feel welcome and valued. Critical thinking skills (deductive and inductive reasoning) with an ability to identify and anticipate risks. Ability to work autonomously yet collaboratively as part of a team. Good written and verbal communication skills. Good organizational skills. Listening skills and perceptiveness. Ability to remain calm under stress. Shows initiative and drives cost effective and timely results.
      Computer skills:
      Ability to quickly navigate and use multiple computer programs to include, but not limited to: Gmail, MS Word or Google Docs, Excel or Google Sheets, etc. Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
        Physical Requirements:
        Intermittent periods of standing, walking, and moving. Must be able to lift 25 pounds at times. Willingness to travel (occasional travel may be required to satellite offices within New Mexico)
        Pay:
        $17.00 - $23.00 per hour
        Benefits:
        Dental insurance Free parking Health insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance
        Language:
        English and Spanish (Required)
        License/Certification:
        MA Certification (Required) Ability to
        Relocate:
        Los Lunas, NM 87031: Relocate before starting work (Required)
        Work Location:
        In person